The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, June 4 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Stop/Start Technologies – Impact On Climate Control Performance.”

Many vehicles are now being engineered with stop-start technology. Implementing automated stop-start technology in today’s vehicles is a cost-effective way to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions without affecting consumer acceptance.

A stop-start system operates by cutting off the engine when the vehicle comes to a complete standstill and automatically re-starts the engine when the driver releases the brake pedal.

This operating strategy is often accompanied by a short loss of climate control performance which can easily be misdiagnosed by a service technician.

Peter Orlando with the Carquest Technical Institute will discuss what modified electrical demands and criteria are required for auto-stop and the inhibit conditions that will disable the stop-start systems.

Additionally, he will explore ways to look at scan tool data to determine vehicle climate control conditions that are normal functions of stop-start technology equipped vehicles. Also included will be a discussion of various warning lights and driver information system messages that could help a technician’s diagnostic direction when a complaint arises.

Participants in this webinar will receive a certificate of attendance for this live session. Please allow one week for automatic email delivery of the certificate.

After registering, a confirmation email will be sent containing information about joining the webinar. Those who are not sure if they can attend are encouraged to register as they will receive a follow-up email with details on how to attend a recorded session, if available. Access to recorded sessions is reserved for those who register for the live event.

For more information or to register, click here.

About the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Established in 1972 as a non-profit organization, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is a driving force in the transportation industry. As an independent third party, ASE upholds and promotes high standards of service and repair through the assessment, certification and credentialing of current and future industry professionals, and the prestigious ASE Blue Seal logo identifies professionals who possess the essential knowledge and skills to perform with excellence. Today, there are approximately 220,000 ASE Certified professionals at work in dealerships, independent shops, collision repair shops, auto parts stores, fleets, schools and colleges. For more information about ASE, visit www.ase.com.